Data Center Entry-Level Technician

VDart, Inc.; Minerva Park (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

First Roles is seeking an entry-level Data Center Technician to support basic IT and data center operations in Columbus, OH. The role focuses on installation, setup, and maintenance of IT/network equipment with guidance from senior staff.

Candidates with technical education or an associate degree/certification are preferred. This position offers hands-on exposure to data center environments and infrastructure tasks in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• Entry-level IT/technical experience or education.
• Basic networking knowledge.
• Basic data center/infrastructure knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support basic IT and data center technical activities.
• Assist with installation, setup, and maintenance of IT/network equipment.
• Perform basic hardware and network troubleshooting.
• Support cabling, equipment handling, and data center operations.
• Follow technical procedures and documentation.
• Work with senior technicians/engineers on infrastructure-related tasks.

Skills

Entry-level IT experience

Basic networking

Data center basics

Hardware troubleshooting

Technical certification / assoc. ed.

Education

Associate degree / certificate

Job description

Job Title: Data Center Entry-Level Technician

Location: Columbus ,OH

Contract

Job Summary:

Looking for an entry-level technician with a technical education background and basic hands-on experience in networking, data center environments, or IT infrastructure. Candidates from a technical or community college background are preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support basic IT and data center technical activities.
• Assist with installation, setup, and maintenance of IT/network equipment.
• Perform basic hardware and network troubleshooting.
• Support cabling, equipment handling, and data center operations.
• Follow technical procedures and documentation.
• Work with senior technicians/engineers on infrastructure-related tasks.

Must-Have / Preferred Skills:

• Entry-level IT/Technical experience or education.
• Basic networking knowledge.
• Basic data center/infrastructure knowledge.
• Hardware and troubleshooting fundamentals.
• Technical/community college education, associate degree, diploma, or relevant certification.